2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | E | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |